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Royal Wedding 1871 - wedding cake
A magnificent royal wedding cake for the wedding of Princess Louise to the Marquis of Lorne in 1871, made by Queen Victorias chief confectioner at Windsor Castle. It was 5 ft 4 inches high with a diameter of 2ft 6 inches. The base was decorated with white satin, bearing coats of arms, the initials L.L. entwined with blue, wreaths of orange blossom, and small vases containing small flowers. Within an alcove above the base was fountain with doves drinking and around the miniature temple were four statues representing Agriculture, Fine Arts, Commerce, and Science. The upper part was crowned by a figure of a vestal virgin. All the figures and ornaments were, staggeringly, made of sugar. Date: 1871
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.8cm x 39.6cm (7.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Magnificent Royal Wedding Cake: A Look Back at the Grand Marriage Feast of Princess Louise and the Marquis of Lorne in 1871 This stunning photograph captures the magnificent royal wedding cake created for the nuptials of Princess Louise, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria, and the Marquis of Lorne, John Campbell, in 1871. The cake, crafted by Queen Victoria's chief confectioner at Windsor Castle, stands at an impressive 5 ft 4 inches tall with a diameter of 2 ft 6 inches. The base of the cake is draped in white satin, adorned with coats of arms, the initials L.L. intricately entwined with blue, wreaths of orange blossom, and small vases filled with delicate flowers. Above the base, a miniature temple houses a fountain with doves drinking, surrounded by statues representing Agriculture, Fine Arts, Commerce, and Science. The upper part of the cake is crowned by a figure of a vestal virgin, and all the figures and ornaments are made of sugar. The intricacy and elaborate detail of this cake are truly staggering, reflecting the grandeur and opulence of the royal wedding event. Princess Louise, who later became the Duchess of Argyll, married the Marquis of Lorne on March 21, 1871, in a grand ceremony held at St. James's Palace in London. The wedding was a significant event in British royal history, and the magnificent wedding cake was a fitting testament to the grandeur and splendor of the occasion. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a glimpse into the intricate details of a royal wedding cake from over a century ago. The cake's intricate decoration, made entirely of sugar, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the royal confectioner and the grandeur of the royal wedding celebrations of the past.
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